Ardakiya - Railmagra, Rajsamand
Ardakiya is a village situated in the Railmagra tehsil of Rajsamand district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Railmagra and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Rajsamand. Ora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ardakiya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ardakiya is 097169. The village covers a total geographical area of 454 hectares and falls under the 313329 pincode. Rajsamand is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Ardakiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nathdwara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajsamand Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ardakiya
As per Census 2011, Ardakiya village has a total population of 1,374 people, consisting of 698 males and 676 females. The village has 255 households and a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males. There are 176 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 730 literate and 644 illiterate residents. Additionally, 65 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 20 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ardakiya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,374 | 698 | 676 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 176 | 90 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 65 | 34 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 730 | 474 | 256 |
| Illiterate Population | 644 | 224 | 420 |
Nearby Villages of Ardakiya
Ardakiya is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhama Khera | South-East | 1.62 km |
| Narayan Ganj | West | 1.67 km |
| Bhoorwara | North | 2.48 km |
| Tejpura | South | 2.49 km |
| Deogaon | South-West | 2.95 km |
| Barliya | North | 3.26 km |
| Phoonkiya | South | 3.32 km |
| Chokri | North-East | 3.52 km |
| Mokhampura | North-East | 3.55 km |
| Jodhpuriya | South-West | 3.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ardakiya
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Ardakiya. The nearest railway station is Soniyana Mewar, while the nearest airport is Maharana Pratap Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajsamand to Ardakiya is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ardakiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ardakiya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ardakiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ardakiya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ardakiya
Where is Ardakiya located?
Ardakiya village is located in Railmagra Tehsil, Rajsamand district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ardakiya?
The Gram Panchayat of Ardakiya is Ora.
What is the pincode of Ardakiya?
The pincode of Ardakiya is 313329.
What is the population of Ardakiya?
Ardakiya has a total population of 1,374, including 698 males and 676 females.
How many households are there in Ardakiya?
There are 255 households in Ardakiya.
What is the literacy rate in Ardakiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ardakiya is 53.13%. Male literacy is 67.91% and female literacy is 37.87%.